Petunia 'Fire Chief'

Also Known As

Petunia hyb. 'Fire Chief'
Fire Chief Petunia

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

H: 12"-18"
W: 12"-15"

planting zones

1-12

Petunia 'Fire Chief' plant details

Petunia 'Fire Chief' is a broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall and summer red flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Petunia 'Fire Chief'

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: solanaceae
Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 15 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Petunia 'Fire Chief'

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture

Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A scarce petunia variety bred by Bodger in California, it was an All-America Selections Winner in 1950. The fragrant flowers open rich red and fade to a soft red shade. Of the 45 pre-1960 AAS award-winning petunias, this is the only one still surviving!